Bokhari - Khanpur, Jhalawar
Bokhari is a village situated in the Khanpur tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khanpur and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Taraj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bokhari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bokhari is 103974. The village covers a total geographical area of 329.22 hectares and falls under the 326035 pincode. Aklera is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Bokhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bokhari
As per Census 2011, Bokhari village has a total population of 627 people, consisting of 338 males and 289 females. The village has 120 households and a sex ratio of 855 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 371 literate and 256 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 388 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bokhari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 627 | 338 | 289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 55 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 388 | 218 | 170 |
| Literate Population | 371 | 251 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 256 | 87 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Bokhari
Bokhari is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bokhari
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bokhari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Aklera to Bokhari is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Bokhari is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bokhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bokhari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bokhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bokhari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bokhari
Where is Bokhari located?
Bokhari village is located in Khanpur Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bokhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Bokhari is Taraj.
What is the pincode of Bokhari?
The pincode of Bokhari is 326035.
What is the population of Bokhari?
Bokhari has a total population of 627, including 338 males and 289 females.
How many households are there in Bokhari?
There are 120 households in Bokhari.
What is the literacy rate in Bokhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bokhari is 59.17%. Male literacy is 74.26% and female literacy is 41.52%.